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January 31, 2023
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Sometimes life can be a linguistic minefield

Sometimes life can be a linguistic minefield

Scott Reeder: Scott Reeder writes about a verbal faux pas in which he made reference to a “girls bicycle” while purchasing one for his daughter.

By Scott Reeder●
January 30, 2023 at 5:00 am CST

Good Natured in St. Charles: Leave up old wasp nests to feed wildlife

Good Natured in St. Charles: Leave up old wasp nests to feed wildlife

Paper wasps will not return to old nests, but the insects' frozen remains can provide valuable protein to winter wildlife when the nests are allowed to remain in place.

By PAM OTTO●
January 27, 2023 at 12:37 pm CST

Batavia Business Beat: Welcome 2023! We’re celebrating all year long

Batavia Business Beat: Welcome 2023! We’re celebrating all year long

This year, the Batavia Chamber of Commerce will celebrate our platinum jubilee, which is our 70th anniversary of incorporation.

By Shirley Mott - Batavia Chamber of Commerce●
January 27, 2023 at 4:58 am CST

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